As the solar term Lixia arrives, it marks the official start of summer in the traditional Chinese calendar. Temperatures begin to rise, vegetation flourishes, and farmers enter a critical stage of crop growth. On Science Island and across China, people observe customs such as eating eggs and weighing themselves, symbolizing health and balance.
Lixia reflects the harmony between humanity and nature, reminding all to embrace seasonal changes with energy and care. As summer begins, it brings not only warmth, but also renewed vitality in life, work, and scientific discovery.